Amy Schwabe
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Contact Amy
Discover and connect with journalists and influencers around the world, save time on email research, monitor the news, and more.
| Recent: |
|
| Past: |
|
Past articles by Amy:
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is returning to Milwaukee, 6 years after it closed up shop
After removing elephants from its act prior to its closure six years ago, the reimagined circus focuses on human acts. → Read More
Milwaukee County Zoo's Gordy the Groundhog died on March 3
The groundhog had to be humanely euthanized after fluid was found in his lungs. → Read More
This Menomonee Falls woman gives 'care to caregivers' of loved ones who are sick
Based in Menomonee Falls, The Right Relief is an organization that makes meals to help caregivers as they care for their loved ones. → Read More
What you need to know about slow lorises at Milwaukee County Zoo, adorable but venomous
Slow lorises are the only known venomous primate in the world. Two of them now live at the Milwaukee County Zoo. They're an endangered species. → Read More
Stella, a 19-year-old jaguar at the Milwaukee County Zoo, dies with age-related issues
Stella was humanely euthanized after exhibiting gastrointestinal distress. → Read More
Venice Williams hopes to evoke feelings of nostalgia at her Black History Month sweet potato pie contest
The executive director of Alice's Garden Urban Farm says sweet potato pie represents a taste of home for many Black families. → Read More
Sen. Lena Taylor will run for Milwaukee Municipal Court judge
Taylor is running to replace the seat recently vacated by Judge Derek Mosley. → Read More
Postal worker shot and killed while delivering mail in Milwaukee on Friday has been identified
Co-worker and friend confirms the identify of the 18-year veteran of the USPS who was shot and killed while delivering mail in Milwaukee on Friday. → Read More
Here are ideas to build meals from Kwik Trip, from sushi to sloppy joes to chicken
Reporter Amy Schwabe set out to find the best meals she could at Kwik Trip. She picked out some favorites - and suggestions for true Wisconsinites. → Read More
Two cousins have exchanged the same birthday card for 40 years. It's now a time capsule of their relationship.
The cousins, who live in Franklin, started exchanging the birthday card in 1982. It represents a time capsule of their relationship over the years. → Read More
Milwaukee's Cinco de Mayo festival celebrates a historic Mexican victory and supports Ukraine's fight against Russia
The 2022 festival acknowledged and supported Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia. → Read More
The Milwaukee County Zoo has closed its penguin exhibit and aviary to protect birds from avian flu
An avian flu outbreak at an egg farm in Jefferson County led the zoo to take the precaution of bringing its birds inside. → Read More
It's finally spring. Here are 50 things to do with your kids around Milwaukee.
Hit up Discovery World, plan an Easter egg hunt or visit the Mitchell Park Domes. → Read More
Pregnancy loss is often isolating. These two moms are helping, with gift bags, support groups and empathy.
Babbling Babes and A Little Somthing, A Lot of Love support moms through pregnancy loss. → Read More
As third annual Working Moms Day approaches March 12, working moms have child care on their minds
As they prepare for the third annual Working Moms Day, Milwaukee moms talk about child care during the pandemic. → Read More
Our children are in the middle of a mental health crisis. Let's talk about how we can help.
Amy Schwabe discusses how to help children with their mental health during the pandemic and at-home learning. → Read More
Kids can see (and ride on) animatronic dinosaurs and dragons at Wisconsin State Fair Park in February
The national tour will be in Milwaukee Feb. 19 and 20. → Read More
Award-winning snow sculptors need creativity, flexibility and warm clothes to perfect their art in Lake Geneva
The annual Winterfest in Lake Geneva is also the site of the national snow sculpting competition. → Read More
Milwaukee County Zoo Gordy the groundhog doesn't see his shadow. That means an early spring for Milwaukee.
Gordy the groundhog is in his fourth year of predicting the timing of spring's arrival at the Milwaukee County Zoo. → Read More
When my family is bored, we set up taste tests and food challenges. Pepsi or Coke?
A fun family activity to do while stuck indoors is to taste test different flavors of soda or rate different snacks. → Read More